Dentist Profiles

Dr Rory McKinnon

Dr Rory McKinnon is the primary dentist at Fabdental. Since the time he started with Fabdental in 2009, Rory has developed a great reputation as a family dentist. With two daughters of his own, Rory understands the importance of offering quality dental care to both adults and children.

Rory regularly attends specialty-training courses and is experienced in various aspects of dentistry, including general and cosmetic dentistry, crown and bridge work, tooth whitening, and orthodontics. In his spare time, Rory enjoys touch football, golf, surfing, and spending time with his wife Julie and their daughters Laura and Camille.

Dr Bruce Galloway

Dr Bruce Galloway graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours and worked in London, prior to working at Fabdental in 1987. Bruce is well known for his gentle and caring approach. He performs all aspects of dentistry and is continually updating his skills.

Outside of dentistry Bruce enjoys his surfing and catching up with family and friends.

Dr Brian Lawler

Dr Brian Lawler has been at Fab Dental since 2007. Brian has previously worked as a clinical supervisor at University of Queensland Dental School training students in restorative techniques. He continues to update his knowledge through ongoing professional education. Dentistry is a career Brian finds very rewarding and enjoyable - one of the most rewarding parts of dentistry for Brian is transforming smiles for a great cosmetic result.

Outside of dentistry, Brian is a keen home cook, and enjoys photography and music. His new interest is cycling and he's now officially considered a middle aged man in lycra or "MAMIL"!

Dr Annette Gareis

Dr Annette Gareis graduated from the University of Stellenbosch with a bachelor of Dental Science and worked in South Africa, the UK and NSW prior to joining the Fabdental team in 2005.

Annette is also very passionate about dentistry; she will ensure you receive the highest standards of dental care in a friendly and welcoming environment. She happily performs all aspects of dentistry.

Outside of work Annette enjoys outdoor activities and travelling with her husband and two children.

Dr Leanne Packer

Dr Leanne Packer graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Dental Science in 1996. She has worked in Brisbane, London and Vietnam. Leanne is passionate about all aspects of dentistry, attending regular courses to keep up with new techniques and technologies. She is trained to provide cosmetic treatments including "fast" orthodontics for suitable patients.

Leanne is committed to the ongoing preventive care of her patients and takes particular pleasure in making a child's first dental visit memorable and fun. In her spare time, Leanne enjoys travelling, skiing and yoga, and has recently become the mother of beautiful twin girls, Isabella and Chloe.

Dr Michael Curtis

Dr Michael Curtis graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Dentistry. He has worked at Enoggera Army Base, and in central Australia providing dental care to indigenous communities.

Michael has a particular passion for preventative dentistry but enjoys all aspects of general dental. Outside of working hours Michael enjoys kayaking and camping with his wife and three children. He also has a keen passion for aviation and is a qualified helicopter instructor, test pilot and holds both a commercial fixed wing and rotary wing pilot licence.